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Students in the Mountain View School District’s Gifted And Talented Education (GATE) program have enhanced their scientific, artistic and technological skills over the past month as they’ve taken part in the District’s Spring GATE Institute. Over the course of four Saturdays, 80 students participated in 3-hour classes provided by experts in their field and instructors from the Youth Science Center (YSC). Happy to spend part of their Saturdays engaged in scientific study, artistic expression and technology, the students didn’t mind the additional time in school. Experimentation and artistic creations were abundant as students took part their classes. Dr. Richard Shope, a professor at U.C. Irvine and research consultant for JPL led students in an Astrobiology Exhibition, where they participated in hands-on expeditions promoting team work as well as learning to use remote sensing data and science instruments to explore Earth processes. Web designer, Anthony Tanaka taught students the
key components of designing their own web page and Paul Burns, a Youth Science Center instructor provided Blending Art and Science where 3rd-5th grade students mixed the sciences of matter, motion, energy, and more with the artistic styles of artists, creating wonderful pieces such as a 3-D family tree of pets, and skeletal system of a bird. Local renowned artist, Dolores Haro led a class in Art designed to develop and broaden the students’ critical and creative thinking skills. Students enjoyed using their imagination to create watercolor pieces and acrylic canvas paintings. Using the scientific inquiry model, students experimented with corn starch and water to learn about polymers. Christian, a sixth grader from Madrid Middle School was surprised to see that when he slapped his hand in the mixture, the liquid did not splash. “That’s cool!” he exclaimed. “When we softly touch it it feels very wet and drips down our hands, but when we slap and splash the mixture fast it doesn’t move.
courtesy photo That’s because the polymers stay together.” A group of students had fun concocting the best solu-
tion to create gas that would make a small container pop and explode. Working Gate continued on page 15
Lambert Park Wins Sweepstakes Trophy at the 29th Annual Cheerleaders’ Jamboree by Carlos Puente El Monte
At the April 22nd El Monte City Council meeting, the Lambert Park Cheerleaders were recognized as the winners of the 29th Annual Cheerleaders’ Jamboree and received awards from Mayor Andre Quintero and the City Council. Lambert Park also captured the Sweepstakes Trophy.
This year’s Annual Cheerleaders’ Jamboree was held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at the Lambert Park Bernie Boomer Gymnasium. Over 500 people were in attendance for this one day event which was a success with city park cheerleaders from Gibson Mariposa, Lambert, Mt. View, and Zamora Parks
courtesy photo by Carlos Puente who participated in this Second Place. In the Cheer event. Group competition, Gibson Other winners from this Mariposa Park took Second spectacular event, were Mt. Place. Congratulations to View taking First Place in Mt. View Park who took the Free Style Group compehome the SPIRIT STICK! tition and ZamoCheerleaders Jamboree continued on page 11 ra Park taking
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen With wonderful memories of the beautiful church services for Easter and the Easter bunny, what a marvelous treat for anyone, from the youngest to the oldest! Now on to the special days in the month of May. Starting on Thursday, May 1st we celebrate the National Day of Prayer and a day to count our blessings. May 5, known as “Cinco de Mayo” commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (18611867). In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage. El Monte’s Family Adventure Shuttle will travel to Olvera Street in Downtown Los Angeles for a special Cinco de Mayo Festival on Saturday, May 3rd departing from the Trolley Station at 10:00 a.m. and returning from Olvera Street at 4:00 p.m., for an estimated 30 minute ride. The price for the round trip shuttle is $6.00. El Monte’s Family Adventure Shuttle provides families the opportunity to share a fun trip together and a special trip is planned each month. For further information on future family adventures, phone the El Monte Trolley Station at 626-580-2242. El Monte Friend O’Garden Club will meet on Friday, May 2nd at the home of member Sandy Fout. A catered lunch will be enjoyed by the members. The meeting will begin at 11:30 am. A nominating committee was selected at the last meeting and will report on the slate of officers for the coming club year. The trip planned for this date was cancelled and the program has not yet been confirmed. For further information on activities or membership, contact President Steve Heimple at 626-281- 6382 The General Federation of Women’s Clubs, CFWC – San Gabriel Valley District Convention was held on April 25th and 26th at the Radisson Ontario Airport Hotel. The opening session began with the traditional processional of the Executive Committee. The opening ceremonies included an Inspiration given by Diana Asmundson, President of the Baldwin Park Woman’s Club, Presentation of Colors conducted by the Arcadia/ Monrovia VFW Post 2017, Pledge of Allegiance led by Sandra Taylor, SGVD
Public Issues Chairman, and the singing of “God Bless America,” sung by Margaret Salonisen. A Welcome was given by Convention Chairman Patsy Wilson and Greetings from the City of Ontario included a presentation by Mr. John Anderson, of a Certificate of Welcome and commendation for commitment to Community improvement by volunteer service. President Hansen made introductions. First Timers were given recognition by Membership Chairman Rosemary Morabito. Immediately following lunch, Keynote Speaker, Vickie Holden, Past California State President and Current SGVD Parliamentarian, gave a very informative talk. The afternoon began with a processional of Clubwomen of the Year and the recognition ceremony was conducted by Chairman Pat Borchard. The 2014 Clubwomen of the Year are: Jeri Vogel, Azusa W.C.; Willa Reynolds, Baldwin Park W.C.; Pat Petten, Covina W.C. ; Dianae Tobar, Diamond Bar W.C.; Margaret Toon, Duarte W.C.; Carmen Simons, El Monte W.C.; Eleonare Burress, Federated East Valley W.C.; Grace Castro, La Puente Valley w.C.; Rose Mary Brougher, Montebello W.C.; Marian Hallin, Monterey Park W.C.; Zita Rodriguez, Pio Pico W.C. and Sue Hogenauer, Walnut Valley W.C. Kudos to these women for their outstanding service to their clubs. The afternoon was dedicated to reports from the SGVD Officers and the Club Presidents reports. A reception was given for outgoing SGVD President Mavis Hansen from 4:40 – 5:30 pm, before the evening dinner and session. Hostess for the President’s reception were El Monte Women’s Club and the Woman’s Club of South Pasadena. The entertainment for Friday evening was presented by “Theatre Americana,” a large group of local artists who entertain with a variety of acting, musical singing, dancing and comedy performances throughout Southern California. After an outstanding performance, the group was given a standing ovation. A Special Happy Birthday to my grandson Kevin Clark on Tuesday, May 6, 2014. Have a wonderful day! Lots to do! See you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN
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Student Corner The Buzz A fun-filled Sunday picnic can sound like a horror maze on Halloween because of the screaming and ridiculous flailing of the arms. What is the cause of this reaction on outdoor get-togethers? Bees. These little critters are known for their buzzing, honey, and merciless stings. However, did you know that bees are fundamental to our lives, providing nearly everything we consume and enjoy? Besides the syrupy sugar we know as honey, bees are the primary reasons pollen moves from one flower to another, procreating fruits, vegetables, and clothing. Bees are necessary in our lives; however, their
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homes, and their numbers, are decimating. Researchers, according to news.msn.com, call this phenomena “colony collapse disorder.” The cause may have stemmed from insecticides and fungicides found both in the pollen bees mainly interact with and surrounding aerosol chemicals. Such causes have killed almost ten million beehives, threatening our natural floral beauties and food consumption. How can we do our part to prevent this phenomenon? Well first of all, don’t go around killing all the bees that land on your glass of sweet tea this summer! Second, www.pbs.org advis-
es to make your home into a bee-friendly area by planting an abundance of flowers and plants or become a beekeeper yourself! For the latter, be sure to contact a local bee association to maintain and keep healthy bees. Finally, go to politics! Though life isn’t like the 2007 film Bee Movie, where you can bring your case to court, you can still write to senators and representatives to support funding for honeybee research. I know it might be easier to just swat the buzzes away, but we need these black-and-yellow creatures. Bees ultimately define the beauty of nature, consumption, health, and life. metro.net/srtp2014
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Los Angeles County District One Supervisorial Race
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Pasadena City College Astronomy Club Visited El Monte Troop 551 by Mark Peters EL Monte
by Hilda Solis El Monte
Hilda Solis taking a Selfie, with supporters. Courtesy photo from Hilda Solis
This April, I was proud to officially kick-off my campaign for Los Angeles County supervisor before a crowd of over 400 hundred supporters at my campaign headquarters in El Monte after a year of engaging local community advocates and leaders. It was an outdoor event with live music, a wide representation of community and civic leaders, and, most important of all, plenty of good energy. I was moved by the joy, affection, and commitment to a better tomorrow by everyone who was in attendance. As a former trustee for the Rio Hondo Community College Board, coupled with my legislative record in Sacramento and Washington D.C., I am honored to have represented the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles County for over twenty-five years. It is this experience that helped me garner the support of Congresswomen Judy Chu and Lucille Roybal-Allard, California State Senators Ed Hernandez and Norma Torres, co-founder of the United Farm Workers Do-
lores Huerta, L.A. County Firefighters Association, the Sierra Club, and the National Organization for Women California, among others. Now, nearly three weeks after my kick-off, I am running a grassroots, “handson” campaign. I am going door-to-door, calling voters, attending community events, and reaching out to the many constituents in District 1 to ensure that I directly hear people’s concerns and share my priorities. I am most concerned about: job training, economic development, education, securing our communities, and implementing a culture of accountability and transparency at the county level. I will also work tirelessly to strengthen our health and safety net. I am committed to reforming the county’s child welfare system to ensure that our most vulnerable children are safe; improving, overall, public transportation, and increasing affordable housing in the county. Vote by Mail will begin within nine days, please be sure to vote.
El Monte Troop 551 has had a remarkable treat over the past few weeks. Mr. Jay Gordon, avid astronomer and Pasadena City College Astronomy Club became the windows to the galaxies for our Troop. Mr. Gordon presented his two telescopes that he uses for astro-photography and gave a captivating lecture on the inner workings of his telescopes with a presentation of the photos that he has taken. Mr. Gordon set up his telescopes for the Cub Scouts to view far off objects. Even though the sun was still out the Cubs were able to see the power of the telescopes on distant signs. The following week after the Pasadena City College Astronomy Club came to complete the astronomy lessons and thus completing the Cub Scouts earning their Astronomy Belt Loops. Abbygail, Conner, Melissa and Gilberto members of the PCC Astronomy club gave the cubs an in-depth presentation of our solar system,
our universe and just how small we really are, the stars, constellations and the phases of the moon. The Cubs played a game using Oreo’s the depict the 8 phases of the moon and whomever finished first won a pair of TMT Sun Glasses from the Thirty Meter Telescope being built in Mauna Kea. The Cubs had to eat the inside of the Oreo to the shape of the moon. Our winners were Diego, Julio and Roman, great job guys! The club also did a floor design using the Cubs and ropes to show how light moved through a
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refracting telescope. As the night progressed the Cubs were able to view through the telescopes to see the star Sirius and Jupiter and its moons. Many of our Cubs have never looked through a telescope or knew what Astronomy was about, but after the two meetings and many thanks to Mr. Gordon and the PCC Astronomy Club you have given the Cubs from El Monte Troop 551 a life experience that they will not soon forget. Thank you for all you have done for the kids
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by Eugene R. Webb
I have a wonderful family that means the world to me; Therefore, I am as grateful as I can possibly be. I love human beings for each one is like no other; I like sharing and learning things from one another.
I have learned to love all kinds of cats and dogs; Horses, goats, rabbits, turtles, pigs and even hogs. Animals are really smart and often can be trained; They have feelings, and will answer if called by name. There are wonderful animals that work on the farm; Treasured cows and others should never be harmed. I had a steer, 1 goat and sheep, we had 23 all named;
Sheep were lambs raised on a bottle, none the same. I truthfully am happy to be well and still alive; I know I'm over the hill at the old age of eighty-five; I really enjoy writing poetry for the Mid Valley News; Inspired by you folks, I'll try not to sing the blues. People have told me my poems make them laugh or cry;
I feel so lucky to express my thoughts or at least try. My professor told me, "a published poet I would be"; Here I am writing for all of you great people to see.
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‘Time Jockey ’ Historical Route by Joe Castillo
From Pasadena Westward …. You don’t have to go too far to see history all around you. Taking the 210 Freeway west until it turns into the 134 Freeway, you will see where history as it was back in the day. The 134 Freeway is known as the Ventura Freeway as it takes you to the City of Ventura and beyond. The city was named after the Mission San Buenaventura, which was founded in 1782 and established one of the stepping-stones along the El Camino Real. The freeway also became immortalized in the 1972 hit song ‘Ventura Highway’ by America. Leaving Pasadena, the freeway crosses the Arroyo Seco, which means ‘dry gulch’ which was named by the Spanish. The Kizh-Gabrielenos lived in the arroyo during the Spanish era using its supply of water, game and oak bearing acorns. The landscape within the arroyo is pretty much as it was when the Spanish were here. The freeway passes by the Eagle Rock, once known as ‘La Piedra Gorda’ or the Fat Rock. This was a ceremonial location for the GabrielenoKizh Tribe, and even today holds a special meaning in its present location. The freeway crosses Figueroa Street. The street is one of the longest in the Los Angeles area and was named after Jose Figueroa, the Mexican governor of California from 1833 to 1835. The San Rafael area of Pasadena is named after Rancho San Rafael, which extended west from the Arroyo Seco, and included Eagle Rock, Highland Park, Glendale and parts of Burbank. Mexican Governor, Pedro Fages in 1784, granted the rancho to Jose Maria Verdugo. San Fernando Road is also crossed by the freeway and is named after the Mission San Fernando Rey, which was founded in 1797. Thirty years earlier, Gaspar de Portola and his men camped near the present location of Encino where he noted in his journals that he came across ‘a large village of heathens, very friendly and docile’. Traveling over the route between Pasadena and Ventura there are many Native American named locations such as Cahuega, Topanga and Malibu. The trip west along the 210-134 freeways from Pasadena to Ventura and on to Santa Barbara is a very scenic drive with spectacular ocean views. The City of Camarillo offers
a unique history since the time of its namesake founder and has a number of excellent restaurants to enjoy while driving up the coast. One of them is Bandits Grill and Bar located at 1980 Ventura Boulevard. Their menu offers wood fried barbeque selections, steaks & prime ribs and tasty and unique sandwiches. It also offers a variety of vintage pictures of early Camarillo, and of course some wellknown bandits. The trip to Camarillo is an easy one-day journey with great views, food and history all available for those who want to spend a leisure day on the road…..
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Historical Preservation Grants Available by Joe Castillo San Gabriel
The Historical Preservation Foundation of the Native Sons of the Golden West is offering Historical Preservation Grants of up to
$3,500. The funds must be used to preserve California History and are available to all interested parties including local governments,
museums, historical groups and service organizations. For more information, please contact Joe Castillo at joeacastillo@aol.com.
NASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory to Visit Rosemead Library! Please join us for the is very special program as a guest speaker from NASA/ Jet Propulsion Laboratory visits Rosemead Library to discuss the possibility of LIFE in the UNIVERSE!
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The Rams Repertory Company of Temple City High School Spring Production of Tartuffe by Michele Zovak Temple City
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Thursday, May 1, 2014 and Friday, May 2, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The Rams Repertory Company of TCHS spring production of Tartuffe (The Imposter) at Theatre 601 at Temple City High School, 9501 Lemon Avenue, Temple City. $7.00 General Admission. Show Synopsis: Do you know that old saying: House guests, like fish, begin to smell after three days? Molière’s comic masterpiece brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. After crashing the home of Orgon and his family, Tartuffe has his sights set on other goals: marrying
Orgon’s daughter, seducing Orgon’s wife, and becoming the sole heir of Orgon’s fortune. Will Tartuffe’s hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night. The fun begins with fraud next week with the Rams Repertory Company’s spring show of Moliere’s Tartuffe. This marks the Rams Repertory Company’s eighth season. Previous productions include: Our Town, A Midsummer Night’s Dream,
The Crucible, The Troubadours of Trouble, A Christmas Story, All in the Timing, Virgil and the City Slickers, Beauty and the Deceased, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [abridged], and much more. Performances will be: Thursday, May 1 and Friday, May 2 with performances at 4:00 pm and 7:00 p.m. in Theatre 601 at Temple City High School, 9501 Lemon Avenue, Temple City. Presale tickets are $5.00 and are available through the Activities Office at (626) 548-5000, Extension 5160. General admission tickets are $7.00. Produced by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Co.
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El Monte/South El Monte Chamber News El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce · 10505 Valley Blvd. · Suite 212 · El Monte · CA 91731 Phone: 626-443-0180 · Fax: 626-443-0463 E-mail: chamber@emsem.biz / www.emsem.biz
El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors 2013 - 2014 EXECUTIVE BOARD: PRESIDENT JACK DALTON – Owner & President, Ramona Property Managers, Inc. VICE PRESIDENT JOE PEREZ El Patio Bar & Grill SECRETARY/TREASURER KEN JESKE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KEN RAUSCH EM/SEM Chamber of Commerce
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ART BARRIOS Planning Commission, City of El Monte JODY BUSH Citizen Member LUIS CETINA Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
LORI CRAVEN-DOSS Brown’s Jewelry & Loan DONNA DUNCAN Donna Duncan, Consultant JUVENTINO “J” GOMEZ City Councilman, City of El Monte JOSEPH GONZALES City Councilman, City of South El Monte JOSE JACQUEZ Lawrence Equipment TOM MILLETT Citizen Member JACKELYNN NEVARES Citizens Business Bank NICK SALERNO Superintendent El Monte Union High School District
Chamber Ambassadors Steven Abramson..................................................................................Community Health Alliance of Pasadena Ernie Amaya........……………………………………...............................…………………..Rose Hills Memorial Park David Ayala...................................................................................................................................Wells Fargo Bank Jody Bush, (Chairman, 2007 Ambassador of the Year)............................................................Citizen Member Amanda Chang....................................................................................................................Kalico Office Furniture Sharon Coley................................................................................................................DoubleTree Rosemead Hotel Craig Doerr (2013 Ambassador of the Year)..................................................................American Reclamation Edward Guerrero..............................................................................................................................Citizen Member Daniel Hankins........................................................................................ Community Health Alliance of Pasadena Jonathan Hawes.............................................................................................................................City of El Monte Lyndsay Jette......................................................................................................................................Smart & Final Carrie Jones..................................................................................................................................Denny's El Monte Connie Keenan……………………………………………………………………………………………….Citizen Member Chris Knight..............................................................................El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce Margaret Martinez.....................................................................................Community HealthAlliance of Pasadena Caesar Mayor (2011 Ambassador of the Year).............................................. Credit Union of Southern California Rachel Montes.................................................................................................................................Citizen Member Jackelynn Nevares ...............................................................................................................Citizens Business Bank Joanna Palmero.....................................................................................................................Comfort Dental Group Maria Ramos......................................................................................................................... Nunez Dental Center Matthew Schuler...................................................................................Southern California Medical Center, Inc. Juli Travis (2012 Ambassador of the Year) ........................................................................................Hope House Lorraine Wild..............................................................................................................Brown's Jewelry & Loan Co. Patricia Valencia.................................................................................................................................H & P Fitness Ernesto Villegas............................................................................................................................... Villegas Realty Vanessa Villegas.................................................................................................................................Villegas Realty
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Ambassadors' Luncheon Meeting Tuesday, May 4th, 11:30 AM El Pescador Bar & Grill 11740 Valley Blvd. El Monte
Breakfast Networking Mixer Wednesday, May 7th, 7:30 AM, El Patio Bar and Grill 11672 Ramona Blvd., El Monte
Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee Meeting Thursday, May 8th 9:00 am, Chamber Board Room Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors' Meeting Thursday, May 13th, 9:00 am, Chamber Board Room
DEMBA Board of Directors' Meeting Tuesday, May 13th,2:00 pm Chamber Board Room
Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee Meeting Thursday, May 13th, 9:00 am, Chamber Board Room
Dr. Michele S. Colon DPM, M.S is being presented with a new members gift basket by Ambassadors Jody Bush, Carlos Ramirez, Craig Doerr, and Ernest J. Amaya.
Dr. Michele S. Colon, DPM, MS with her staff Laura Hernandez and Tina Davalos.
Evening Networking Mixer Wednesday, May 21st, 5:30 pm, El Monte Historical Museum, 3150 Tyler Ave., El Monte
Breakfast Networking Mixer Wednesday, June 4th, 7:30 am, El Patio Bar and Grill 11672 Ramona Blvd. El Monte
Dr. Michele S. Colon Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Craig Doerr of the American Reclamation Inc is presents a new member's gift basket to owner Larry Ewell and Company Representative Nancy Pooh of ReNu Enterprise, Inc .
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Christine Knight, Director of Marketing and Membership of the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce, welcomes new chamber members, Orin Masihi and Sevan Devoodian Senior Partners of Liberty Creditor Service, LLC.
Welcome new Chamber members Diego and Kevin owners of "Progress Brewing" located at 1822 Chico Ave. South El Monte 91733
A student demonstrates the use of a speed bag at the Aztec Dragon Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
The El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce welcomes new member and owner Angie Park of Crossroads Cafe & Catering, along with Executive Director Ken Rausch and Director of Marketing & Membership Chris Knight of the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce. We thank you Angie for a wonderful lunch.
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Japanese Koi & Garden 3948 N. Peck Road El Monte, 91732 626-674-6718 kenthai2002@gmail.com
AltaMed Health Services 249 E. Pomona Blvd. Monterey Park, 91755 323-516-3350 jmancilla@LA.Altamed.org
Waba Grill 11655 Valley Blvd. El Monte, 91731 626-575-9222 patricia@wabagrill.com
CrossRoads Cafe & Catering 13191 Crossroads Parkway North # 195 City of Industry, 91746 562-692-2298 2crossroadscafe@gmail.com
Aztec Dragon Ribbon Cutting Ceremony showing El Monte Mayor Andre Quintero, Raul Figueroa owner of Aztec Dragon with his daughter Charley Figueroa
2014 South El Monte State of the City Luncheon with over 160 in attendance, await Mayor Louie Aguinaga's presentation.
Aztec Dragon Ribbon Cutting Ceremony photo of Ambassador Edward Guerrero, Raul Figueroa owner of the Aztec Dragon with his daughter Charley Figueroa, Director of Marketing & Membership Chris Knight and Mayor Andre Quintero
New Chamber Member Bob Gordon of Gordon Termite Control, INC. is being welcomed by Chris Knight, Director of Marketing and Membership of the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce.
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The OC Fair announced performances by The Go-Go’s on Friday, July 25 as part of the Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre at the 2014 OC Fair. As always, concert and action sports tickets include Fair admission. Tickets for this events go on sale Saturday, May 3, at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster or at the OC Fair & Event Center Box Office, which is open Wednesday 5-9 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at ticketmaster.com or by phone (800) 745-3000
months. Sign up for pre-sale emails at ocfair.com. The 2014 OC Fair, themed Summer Starts Here,is July 11 – August 10 and will bring 23 days of food, rides, exhibits, animals, music, action sports and fun, as well as the Super Pass, Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre and events in The Hangar and Action Sports Arena. The Fair is open Wednesday-Sunday. Concert tickets, action sports reserved seats, single-day general admission and the popular Super Pass are available for purchase online at ocfair.com or from the on-site Box Office.
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Joe T's Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
Brave New World: So the thoughts and belief system of Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling gets exposed...at roughly the same time the NAACP is about to give him an award for his good deeds in matters of race. Assessment: Both Sterling and the NAACP are bankrupt morally. Good News Department: The Clippers will get a new owner faster than you can say Marge Schott. The sweetest of ironies would be an ownership group headed by Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Note to Magic Johnson: I’d be happy to take a picture with you. Department of Income Inequality: Minnesota Twins right fielder/ first baseman Chris Colabello is second in the American League in runs batted in with 27. Colabello, 30 and in his rookie year, is making $505,000. In third place is Baltimore Oriole outfielder Nelson Cruz who is making $8,000,000. The New York Yankees are paying $15,000,000 to Carlos Beltran and he has less than half the RBI’s Colabello has with 13. Things to Keep an Eye on: The Alhambra Moors baseball team has won eight in a row. Head Coach Steve Gewecke’s teams are generally among the most fundamentally sound in the area and are always capable of making a deep, deep run in the playoffs. Reminder: El Monte American Little League, which has played its games at Pioneer Park roughly since the Pilgrims first crossed the Atlantic on the Mayflower, is playing its games at Lambert Park this season, which is the home of El Monte National. Pioneer Park is currently under going renovations. If You Don’t Know Department: Long time NBA coach and personality Dr. Jack Ramsay died over the weekend at the age of 89 in his sleep. Ramsay coached the the 1976-1977 Portland Trailblazers to the NBA championship with a four games to two victory over the Dr. J (Julius Erving) led Philadelphia 76ers.
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I couldn’t stand Ramsay then because the Trailblazers swept the Lakers in the Western Conference finals, but as the years went on I came to realize he was important to the game of basketball. The NBA which is suffering, will suffer all the more with the likes of Jack Ramsay departing. Happy Birthday this week to: 4/30: Longtime area coach and San Gabriel alum Jude Oliva turns 34. 5/4: Former Temple City basketball forward Ryan Bateman turns 37. 5/5: Longtime area Little League coach Gerald “Daddy Wags” Wagner turns 47. 5/6: Former Temple City National President Kristen Dearth turns ‘even younger’. Contact Joe at joe@midvalleysports.com Follow Joe at @joet13b on Twitter Listen to “The Joe Show” every Wednesday (6:P.M.) at www.midvalleyradio.net
Diamond Doings by Joe Torosian San Gabriel Valley
Spring Breaks Are Over While we hope everyone had a good time, we are very happy that all of the Easter/ Spring Vacations/Breaks are over. All our coverage area teams will be active this coming week. Just in time to as the thermometer will be reaching 90 plus for the next few days. Should Fastpitch Softball Pitchers and Infielders wear protective face masks? This question is making the rounds with various softball associations (American Softball Association, Little League, NCAA, & United States Specialty Sports Association) but as of now the decision to wear the gear is left up to the participant. The USSSA issued its position on the “Use of Protective Equipment”: “As a general rule, USSSA continues its long standing policy of permitting baseball and softball players to deter-
El Monte shortstop Elva Alvarado wearing protective gear in the field. Is this the wave of the future? Photo by Joe Torosian
mine the use of the protective equipment when they deem it appropriate. Thus, USSSA encourages players to utilize any protective equipment that they deem appropriate. Such protective gear will be allowed in USSSA sanctioned play, unless by rule or by director/
umpire ruling such protective gear is disallowed as unsafe or as providing an unfair competitive advantage.” According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s report, 49% of the reported facial injuries occur in fielders. Batters receive only 11% of the injuries
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Mid Valley News Softball and Baseball Top 10 Baseball Softball 1. Monrovia: 15-4 2. South El Monte: 10-5 3. Arroyo: 12-5 4. Duarte: 11-6 5. Sierra Vista: 8-4-2 6. Rio Hondo Prep: 9-4 7. San Gabriel: 10-8 8. Gabrielino: 8-7 9. Temple City: 8-8 10. Baldwin Park: 6-9-1 Others: Arcadia: 6-10, Alhambra: 5-10, La Puente 3-6, Mt. View: 3-8, El Monte: 4-8,Rosemead: 0-15
El Monte standout Seanna Jimenez. Photo by Joe Torosian
1. Alhambra: 15-3 2. Sierra Vista: 14-2 3. Arcadia: 12-7-1 4. Baldwin Park: 11-5-1 5. Monrovia: 11-7 6. Rio Hondo Prep: 12-4 7. Rosemead: 10-6 8. La Puente: 9-5 9. Temple City: 9-8 10. Arroyo: 8-6 Others: San Gabriel: 7-10, South El Monte: 5-6, Gabrielino: 3-9, El Monte: 3-9, Mt. View: 3-9, Duarte: 3-11, Bosco Tech: 1-11
Temple City southpaw Josh Speakes. Photo by Joe Torosian
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
And the Clippers thought it was hard to get free agents to sign before. They may never get another one after Donald Sterling's latest comments. In fact they might have trouble signing draft picks. If nothing else, this proves without a doubt that they are cursed. In the midst of potentially their greatest season ever, Sterling’s racist rant is made public. The timing couldn't have been worse. This could have far greater repercussions than a Danny Manning knee or a Blake Griffin ACL. Even worse than a Michael Olowakandi draft pick. This could possibly make the franchise irrelevant if Sterling remains as owner. I can't imagine Chris Paul re upping when the time comes. The Clipper players – Paul and Griffin – said as a team they weren't distracted but anybody that saw them come out in the first quarter Sunday knew different. Racism is still is an issue, even in 2014, but in Sterling's case you have to wonder if he is also going senile. His roster consists of 12 of 14 players that are black and his coach is black. Yet he doesn't want any black people coming to his games? Racism and stupidity is a bad combination. Sterling couldn't have picked a worse person to tick off than Magic Johnson. With all of the connections that Johnson has he could probably ruin the Clippers with a couple of phone calls. I still can't figure out why Mark Jackson is on the hot seat. Vince Carter is still playing? Think how good Oklahoma City would be with James Harden still on the roster. The Thunder would be immediate championship contenders. The Houston -Portland series is the most evenly matched of all the first round playoff matchups. Absolutely great games every time out. Damian Lillard, who is in is second year, is one of the top five point guards in the league and definitely the most underrated. He has been unbelievable in this series. A report on Saturday said the Lakers are planning to bring Mike D'Antoni back next year. There may be two irrelevant teams in LA. Big George Hernandez came up with a good question over the weekend on his Facebook page. He asked, that given that Mike Trout is the best player in
the game, who would you take between Bryce Harper and Yasiel Puig? Some took Puig and some took Harper but the conversation eventually turned to Miguel Cabrera as the top player. One guy said Cabrera is the top player regardless of the circumstances. I suggested that he is too old and that the Detroit Tiger GM would trade Cabrera in a heartbeat for either Puig or Harper given their youthespecially if you're starting a team. Of course I was lambasted. Wouldn't that be like taking Kobe Bryant over LeBron James? Just a question. Big George had my back though. Thanks my man. That's my principle. Tim can be reached at tim@ midvalleysports.com or on Twitter @tspeterson 40.
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Baldwin Park Braves baseball coach Joe Laski enjoying a Dodger game last week. The game was the first ever for his daughter Bry. Laski has had success at both Gabrielino and Baldwin Park, but we’re guessing this might be one of his best baseball moments ever. (Photo courtesy of Joe Laski)
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while pitchers receive 7% and runners receive 2%. 31% of facial injuries occur in warm-ups or practice. This will be interesting to watch not only in softball, but with a new push to give the pitchers more protection in baseball from the youth all the way up to the Major League levels. On A Roll: The Alhambra Moors are 15-2, winners of eight in a row, and are undefeated in Almont League play. Offensively they are being led
by the big three of Andrew Prieto, Marco Briones, and Christian Maciel. Each have knocked in ten runs. On the mound Briones is 5-0 with an earned run average of 0.18 in 40 innings of work. He’s fanned 59 batters and walked only 11. How Good? How good have the Monrovia Wildcats been in baseball over the last 10 years. They’ve won a CIF title, they’ve made the playoffs each season, they’ve finished first six times, and have finished no lower than second in the other years.
In Rio Hondo League play they have gone 10231-1. Overall the Wildcats a record of 185-78-4. The constant through all of this besides great players? Try head coach Dave Moore, and his co-head coach, since 2007, Brad Blackmore. Coach Moore first took over the Monrovia baseball program in 1984. If you have any interesting diamond facts or tidbits, softball or baseball, feel free to drop us a line at joe@ midvalleysports.com
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No.
any liability for any incorrectness of the
ing auctioned off, before you can receive
1387260-20 APN: 8728-005-020 TRA:
street address and other common desig-
clear title to the property. You are encour-
08375 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx6825 REF: Her-
nation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will
aged to investigate the existence, priority,
nandez, Medvin IMPORTANT NOTICE
be held, but without covenant or warranty,
and size of outstanding liens that may exist
TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN
express or implied, regarding title, posses-
on this property by contacting the county
DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST,
sion, condition or encumbrances, including
recorder’s office or a title insurance com-
DATED February 23, 2006. UNLESS YOU
fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee
pany, either of which may charge you a fee
TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR
and of the trusts created by said Deed of
for this information. If you consult either of
PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUB-
Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums
these resources, you should be aware that
LIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANA-
of the note(s) secured by said Deed of
the same lender may hold more than one
TION OF THE NATURE OF THE PRO-
Trust. The total amount of the unpaid bal-
mortgage or deed of trust on the property.
CEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD
ance of the obligation secured by the prop-
NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The
CONTACT A LAWYER. On May 06, 2014,
erty to be sold and reasonable estimated
sale date shown on this notice of sale may
at 9:00am, Cal-western Reconveyance Llc,
costs, expenses and advances at the time
be postponed one or more times by the
as duly appointed trustee under and pursu-
of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale
mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court,
ant to Deed of Trust recorded March 20,
is: $381,483.81. If the Trustee is unable to
pursuant to section 2924g of the California
2006, as Inst. No. 06 0583504 in book XX,
convey title for any reason, the successful
Civil Code. The law requires that informa-
page XX of Official Records in the office of
bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be
tion about trustee sale postponements be
the County Recorder of Los Angeles Coun-
the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and
made available to you and to the public, as
ty, State of California, executed by Medvin
the successful bidder shall have no further
a courtesy to those not present at the sale.
Hernandez, A Married Man As His Sole and
recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed
If you wish to learn whether your sale date
Separate Property, will sell at public auction
of Trust heretofore executed and delivered
has been postponed, and, if applicable, the
to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check
to the undersigned a written declaration of
rescheduled time and date for the sale of
drawn on a state or national bank, a check
Default and Demand for Sale, and a written
this property, you may call (619)590-1221
drawn by a state or federal credit union, or
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and Election to Sell to be recorded in the
case 1387260-20. Information about post-
or savings bank specified in section 5102
county where the real property is located.
ponements that are very short in duration
of the financial code and authorized to do
NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you
or that occur close in time to the scheduled
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are considering bidding on this property
sale may not immediately be reflected in
located in civic center plaza, 400 civic Cen-
lien, you should understand that there are
the telephone information or on the Internet
ter Plaza Pomona, California, all right, title
risks involved in bidding at a trustee auc-
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and interest conveyed to and now held by
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ment information is to attend the scheduled
it under said Deed of Trust in the property
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situated in said County and State described
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East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El
of trust The street address and other com-
the property. You should also be aware
Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: April 09,
mon designation, if any, of the real prop-
that the lien being auctioned off may be a
2014. (DLPP-437520 04/16/14, 04/23/14,
erty described above is purported to be:
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 580-2090 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
ISSUE UNDER CONSIDERATION:
Public Hearing to Consider and Approve the El Monte Gateway Specific Plan Community Facilities District No. 2014-1 as initiated by City Council Resolution No. 9482, dated March 11, 2014
PROPERTY LOCATION:
Lands included in Lot Division No. 708 located within the El Monte Gateway Specific Plan (SP-1). No other lands in the City are affected by this notice of public hearing or the Resolution of Intention
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the City Council of the City of El Monte, California, shall conduct a public hearing to consider the following matters:
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the El Monte Gateway Specific Plan Community Facilities District No. 20141;
Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 580-2090
3. Adopt the Resolution Calling a Special Election for the formation of the El
Monte Gateway Specific Plan Community Facilities District No. 2014-1 and the Levy of a Special Tax;
cial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code,
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
that Wells Cargo Self Storage at 901 W.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the City Council of the City of El Monte, California, shall conduct a public hearing to consider the following matters:
sell by competitive bidding, on or after May
APPLICATION:
14, 2014 at 11:30 a.m., property belonging to those listed below. Auction is to be held at the above address. Property to be sold as follows: household goods, furniture, personal items, clothing, electronics, tools, auto parts and miscellaneous boxes, belonging to the following. Rivera, Suzanne Arancel, Zenaida MEHAIN, JEFF SEHMANN, PAT NUNEZ, EDWARD J.
Lange, Chris LOPEZ, JOHN
Exempt from CEQA – 15061 (b) (3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
DATE AND HOUR:
Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at 7:00 p.m.
PLACE OF HEARING:
El Monte City Hall; City Hall East Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed application or the environmental documentation may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. If you challenge the decision of the City Council, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at, or prior to, the public hearing addressed to hmireles@elmonteca.gov or by personal delivery of by United States Mail addressed to: City Clerk City of El Monte 11333 Valley Boulevard El Monte, CA 91731
CITY OF EL MONTE
LAWRENCE, AMEER Lopez, Julio
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Monte Gateway Specific Plan Community Facilities District No. 2014-1 and authorize the levy of the special tax.
DATE AND HOUR:
Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at 7:00 p.m.
PLACE OF HEARING:
El Monte City Hall; City Hall East Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California
City Clerk City of El Monte 11333 Valley Boulevard El Monte, CA 91731 For further information regarding this matter, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Notice given: April 30, 2014
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For further information regarding this application please contact the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626. Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Notice given: April 30, 2014
Monte Gateway Specific Plan Community Facilities District No. 2014-1; and
5. Adopt resolution of the City Council confirming the formation of the El
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed action may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Please address written comments to:
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:
Diaz, Nicole Guerrero, Georgette
An Ordinance (Code Amendment No. 743) of the El Monte City Council amending Title 5 (Businesses Licenses and Regulations) and Title 17 (Zoning) of the El Monte Municipal Code prohibiting the cultivation and distribution of medical marijuana within the City of El Monte. Citywide
MARTINEZ, RAUL
Zaragoza, Raymond
4. Adopt the Resolution Calling the Results of the Special Election for the El
PROPERTY LOCATION:
TRINIDAD, WILLIAM
El Monte Gateway Specific Plan Community Facilities District NO. 2014-1 (Public Services);
2. Upon the close of the public hearing adopt the Resolution of Formation of
sions Code, Section 2328 of the Commer-
Service Ave., West Covina, Ca. 91790 will
1. Conduct the public hearing scheduled for the review of the formation of the
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The El Monte Parks & Recreation would like to thank the Public Works staff and all the volunteers for their help and support. They would also like to thank the Department Head Secretary, Maria Sepulveda, who beautifully sang the Star Spangled Banner and a special thanks to the Cheer Coordinators, Veronica Meza and Brenda Severiano and the wonderful cheer coaches, Vanessa Rodriguez, Amy Talamantes, Mallory Grande and Ashley Najarro for making this a spectacular event that every cheerleader will fondly remember!
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Kiwanis Honors Longden Elementary School Students
by Jerry Jambazian Temple City
The Kiwanis Club of Temple City recognized three outstanding students from Longden Elementary School. Accompanying the students is their teacher Mr. Bruce Bremer. Nilo is 11 years old and has a younger brother. He enjoys playing soccer, football, and basketball. Nilo said, “The best things about Longden are my math and science classes, the teachers I have had during my years at Longden have been great and supportive.” The best thing that ever happened was having his family together again. Personal goals are to stop hunger in
the world, build a school for poor kids in the world to have an education like him, get into a good college, get better at math, and help his community. Jason is 11 years old and four brothers and sisters. He enjoys playing soccer, basketball, bike riding, and repairing old cars. Jason said, “The best things about Longden are my teachers Mr. Bremer and Mr. Shahoian, and all my friends.” The best thing that ever happened was progressing and getting better grades. Personal goals are to stop cancer, build a house, play football in college, and be a
better person. Tyler is 11 years old and enjoys running and playing Legos. Tyler said, “The best things about Longden are
WSGV SELPA COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CAC) - On Special Education The WSGV (West San Gabriel Valley) SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is and shall be composed of parents of individuals with exceptional needs enrolled in public or private schools, pupils and adults with disabilities and others specified in (Ed Code 56192). At least the majority of such committee shall be composed of parents of pupils enrolled in schools participating in the Local Plan and at least a majority of such parents shall be parents of individuals with exceptional needs (Ed Code 56193). WSGV SELPA member districts are Alhambra USD, Arcadia USD, Duarte USD, EL Monte City SD, EL Monte Union High SD, Garvey SD, Monrovia USD, Mountain View SD, Rosemead SD, San Gabriel USD, San Marino USD, South Pasadena USD, Temple City USD and Valle Lindo SD. The CAC serves in an advisory capacity to our Governing School Boards in the WSGV SELPA. The CAC is also part of the governing structure of the SELPA and shall have the authority to fulfill its responsibilities per Ed Code 56194, but need not be limited to. What is a SELPA? In 1977, all school districts and county school offices were mandated to form consortiums in geographical regions of sufficient size and scope to provide for all special education service needs of children residing within the region boundaries. Each region, SELPA, developed a local plan describing how it would provide special education services. Every SELPA is required by state mandate to have a CAC. Meetings provide up to date information on issues that impact our children and give input on district policies and the Local Plan. Not to mention a great opportunity to connect and network with others. PLEASE JOIN US AT OUR REGULAR MEETING TIME 6pm to 8:30pm Month/Year Day/Date Meeting Location March 2014 Monday the 10th EL Monte Union High School District Board Room April 2014 No Meeting – Spring Break No Meeting – Spring Break May 2014 Monday the 12th EL Monte Union High School District Board Room June 2014 Monday the 30th EL Monte Union High School District Board Room August 2014 Saturday the 9th CAC Retreat 11am–2pm Valle Lindo SD Board Room Questions? Contact - Sylvia Youngblood WSGV SELPA CAC, Chairperson @ (626) 401-1101 or via e-mail, yea06@sbcglobal.net Note: Translation is available please RSVP for specific language translation needed.
my classes, friends, and Ms. Chang’s class.” If he could change one thing it would be to have more patience. Personal goals are to build
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City Kiwanis Club is pleased to recognize outstanding students and their teachers from Cloverly, Emperor, Longden, Oak Avenue, and the Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center. Kiwanis treats students and their teacher to lunch. Students receive a certificate, a letter for their parents, a bumper sticker, a gift certificate from The Hat Restaurant, and a photograph of them receiving their award. Their photo will also be published in Mid Valley News, and displayed in the Temple City Unified School District lobby. Temple City Kiwanis has been serving our community since 1939. Members are dedicated men and women who desire to make a difference in the quality of life for the youth of Temple City. Kiwanis meets at 12:00 noon each Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant. To find out more about Kiwanis, please contact Jerry Jambazian at (626) 643-9460. You can also visit their website at www.templecitykiwanisorg.
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